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Enjoy Digging into the Gardens blog, written by Denver Botanic Gardens staff.

Everyone says they love trees. Practically every one of the millions of trees in the Front Range was planted by someone. Dutch Elm disease removed most American elms fifty years ago, and Thousand Cankers is busy wiping out the Black Walnuts right now. And Emerald Ash Borer is not likely to be...Learn more

In mid-February 2017, about 300 scientists, land managers, restoration practitioners and seed production experts met in Washington, D.C. at the National Native Seed Conference. This event is held every two years to unite people working with native plant materials development, production and use in...Learn more

Learn from local farmers and farm educators how to start and operate your own farm. Choose the workshops that fit your needs or sign up for the entire series ! Workshops on Fridays from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at farms around the Denver Metro area. 2017 WORKSHOP SCHEDULE February 24 - Building Healthy...Learn more

Are you a blank slate when it comes to starting your very own garden? Worried about ending the growing season with a pile of dead plants and sad vegetables? Then join us on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. The day will be packed with answers to all those looming and mysterious gardening...Learn more

Each summer, guests flood the Gardens for a summer concert series in our outdoor amphitheater, and the events are well-known in the Denver area. But did you know that Denver Botanic Gardens has its very own concert series designed just for kids? For each Bumblebee Jamboree concert, kids can dress...Learn more

While gazing at the gorgeous Orchid Showcase, why not pick up a fantastic gift for someone you love at The Shop at the Gardens? Open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and admission to The Shop is free. Here are five of our favorite Valentine's Day gift ideas: Fortuna Chocolate starting at $12.00 A favorite on...Learn more

Roses are red, Violets are blue, Sugar is sweet, And so are you. This simple, well known love poem may bring a smile or cringe to your face. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and for better or worse, it causes us to think of those we love, lost or hope will someday love us. The rose is an...Learn more

How will you spend your summer vacation? Every year Denver Botanic Gardens' Horticulture Department accepts college students from across the country as interns in a rigorous, 10-week horticulture internship. Under the supervision of Gardens’ horticulturists, interns will gain hands-on experience...Learn more

When does it matter if the seeds or plants are from local sources? The second week of January 2017, twelve experts from around the country representing botanic gardens, academics and practitioners, gathered at a workshop hosted by the Mt. Cuba Center in Hockessin, Delaware. The workshop, entitled “...Learn more

Earlier this month, we kicked off our 2017 Off the Clock event series with a reprise of a popular theme from last year, Vintage Victorian. Our attendees braved the fresh snow and chilly weather to join us for an evening of live music, hands-on crafts, cash bars, and the lush beauty of the Gardens’...Learn more

Fairies are our garden friends! Join us for our Winter Fairies Family Workshop and add a little whimsy to your day as you and your child delve into the enchanting world of garden fairies. Sunday, Jan. 15, 10 a.m. – noon and 2-4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 16, 10 a.m. – noon and 2-4 p.m. During the workshop...Learn more

A sentimental love affair between ancient Japanese intellectuals and Ume: 梅Ume (Japanese flowering plum), Prunus mume, has been one of the most popular winter-blooming trees in Japan for centuries. There are over 250 cultivars of both single or double blossoms with shades of white, pink and red...Learn more